LOUIS JADOT Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Domaine des Heritiers 'Les Demoiselles' - Cote de Beaune 2010 Bottle
White Still Wine | France | Burgundy | Chevalier-Montrachet | 75cl
£375.00 / £2,250.00 case
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75cl
Closure Type: Cork
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Sub-Region: Chevalier-Montrachet
Wine Style: Full Bodied
Grape: Chardonnay
Description
The 2010 Louis Jadot Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru Domaine des Héritiers 'Les Demoiselles' has received exceptional acclaim, highlighted by 97 points from The Wine Advocate. Antonio Galloni praises it as a huge, complete wine, showcasing stunning inner perfume and layers of expressive fruit, all supported by veins of minerality that beautifully complement its richness. This vintage impresses with its verticality, fabulous balance, and overall completeness, signalling its potential for longevity. The wine is dense and compelling, with complex flavours that evolve beautifully over time. Galloni notes that this exceptional Chevalier-Montrachet will repay cellaring handsomely, making it a highly desirable addition for collectors and enthusiasts alike, with anticipated maturation starting in 2020.
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Louis Jadot is a renowned wine producer based in Burgundy, France, celebrated for its high-quality wines and rich heritage. Founded in 1859 by Louis Jadot, the company has maintained a strong presence in the Burgundy wine industry and has become synonymous with excellence in winemaking.
The estate encompasses a diverse range of vineyards, including both premier and grand cru sites across various prestigious appellations such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Beaune, and Puligny-Montrachet. Louis Jadot is known for its meticulous attention to detail in vineyard management, employing sustainable agricultural practices to enhance the quality of the grapes.
The winery produces a variety of wines, with a primary focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, showcasing the unique terroirs of Burgundy. Louis Jadot is particularly recognized for its red wines that exhibit depth, elegance, and complexity, alongside white wines that demonstrate richness and vibrant acidity.
With a commitment to traditional winemaking techniques, Louis Jadot’s wines often undergo careful aging in French oak barrels, allowing for well-integrated oak influence and the development of nuanced flavours. The estate has received numerous accolades and high ratings from critics, making it a respected choice for collectors and enthusiasts seeking authentic expressions of Burgundy’s renowned wine heritage.
THE WINE ADVOCATE 97 points
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
Drink Date: 2020
A huge, complete wine, the 2010 Chevalier-Montrachet Les Demoiselles boasts stunning inner perfume and layers of expressive fruit, all supported by veins of minerality that occasionally appear hidden by the wine’s sheer stuffing. In 2010, the Demoiselles impresses for its verticality, fabulous overall balance and completeness. It is another wine that should handsomely repay cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2020.
